How this exercise works
Select all clinical findings that match the shock type presented — hypovolemic, cardiogenic, distributive, or obstructive. Multiple findings may apply.
Fundamental concept
Distinguishing hypovolemic, cardiogenic, distributive, and obstructive shock by clinical findings and capillary refill patterns.
Read: Shock States & Hemodynamic Profiles →Scenario
Ventilated trauma patient deteriorates: BP 70/40, JVD, tracheal deviation, absent breath sounds left, EtCO₂ drop.
Select all findings consistent with obstructive shock from tension pneumothorax.
